1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1985 Renault 9
To start off, both 1985 Mazda 323 and 1985 Renault 9 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1985 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
